Senate Resolution No. 1299

BY: Senator LARKIN

HONORING Eli Avila, M.D. upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the Leadership in Public
Health Award by the SUNY Orange Foundation

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality of life in the communities across this great State of New
York is enriched by the diligence and compassionate commitment of those
individuals whose singular purpose is the care and welfare of others;
and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Eli Avila, M.D. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Leadership in Public Health Award by the SUNY Orange Foundation, to be
celebrated at its Leadership Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 5,
2017, at Kaplan Hall, Newburgh, New York; and

WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of his duties and
responsibilities as Orange County Health Commissioner, Dr. Eli Avila's
ongoing efforts and notable achievements have significantly contributed
to bettering the quality of life in his community; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his illustrious tenure, Dr. Eli Avila
continuously displays initiative and an unrelenting commitment when
pursuing the highest of goals, serving as a role model of leadership to
be emulated by all; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Dr. Eli Avila has displayed
throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our
attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens
of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Eli Avila, M.D. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the Leadership in Public Health Award by the SUNY Orange Foundation;
and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Eli Avila, M.D.